Aroha Dean
Palmerston North
Summary
Experienced professional re-entering the workforce after a break to raise a family. Strong work ethic, excellent time management, and proven ability to calmly operate in fast-paced environments. Seeking a challenging opportunity to leverage diverse people-focused skills and contribute to a dynamic team. Currently studying Real Estate Salesperson Level 4 (NZQA) and Real Estate Salesperson Registration (QLD) to pursue a career as a Real Estate Agent Intern. I am committed to achieving professional growth and success for employers while balancing family life.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Co-Founder & Head Product Designer
LTB Sports Bras
02.2022 - Current
• E-commerce business, specialising in sports bras and activewear for women.
• Marketing: Social media, professional outreach (influencers and face-to-face).
• Customer service / Sales: Direct liaison with leads, prospects and clients.
• Logistics: Product procurement, packaging and shipping.
Business Administrative Assistant
Live Elite Crossfit
11.2014 - 09.2017
• Customer service: Managing leads, prospects and clients.
• Facility maintenance and hygiene optimisation.
• General business admin (digital-based).
Customer Service Representative
Gevity RX (Brio Emporium)
06.2015 - 09.2017
• Product sales
• Customer service
• Product preparation (foodstuffs and health products)
Customer Service Representative
Myers Eating In, Pacific Fair
11.2012 - 05.2015
• Product sales
• Customer service
• Product preparation (foodstuffs)
Restaurant Manager
The Cobb (Hotel, Restaurant and Bar)
01.2001 - 11.2003
• Management of restaurant systems
• Customer service lead
• Staff roster management
Bartender / Waitress
Hospitality Industry
02.1997 - 11.2000
• Product sales
• Customer service
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Client/Customer ethics
- Written communication
- Active listening
- B2B Networking
- B2C Networking/Marketing
- Time Management
- Attention to detail
- Task chunking
- Sense of urgency
Education
No Degree - Real Estate Salesperson
NZQA
New Zealand 06.2025 - Current
No Degree - Real Estate Salesperson Registration
QLD
Online 07.2025 - Current
No Degree - Cert 3 And 4 Fitness And Business Diploma 4
Max International College, Fitness Professionals
NZ And Australia 08.2011 - 11.2011
No Degree - Secondary School General
Feilding High School
New Zealand 01.1994 - 12.1996
Timeline
No Degree - Real Estate Salesperson Registration
QLD
07.2025 - Current
No Degree - Real Estate Salesperson
NZQA
06.2025 - Current
Co-Founder & Head Product Designer
LTB Sports Bras
02.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Gevity RX (Brio Emporium)
06.2015 - 09.2017
Business Administrative Assistant
Live Elite Crossfit
11.2014 - 09.2017
Customer Service Representative
Myers Eating In, Pacific Fair
11.2012 - 05.2015
No Degree - Cert 3 And 4 Fitness And Business Diploma 4
Max International College, Fitness Professionals
08.2011 - 11.2011
Restaurant Manager
The Cobb (Hotel, Restaurant and Bar)
01.2001 - 11.2003
Bartender / Waitress
Hospitality Industry
02.1997 - 11.2000
No Degree - Secondary School General
Feilding High School
01.1994 - 12.1996
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